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He had been punched in the face and kicked while on the floor, so was taken to Good Hope Hospital where he is being treated for severe bruising to his left eye, hands and right arm.

It’s believed the robbery happened between 8pm and 8.30pm on November 21. The thieves went through the house and stole cash from Mr Gumbley's wallet.

Arthur 'Bob' Gumbley in hospital

The suspects are both described as white. One is believed to be in his late teens and the other in his mid-twenties.

Detective Inspector John Quilty said: “This was a despicable and cowardly attack on a defenceless, elderly man in his own home. Mr Gumbley suffered terrible injuries and was understandably left very badly shaken."